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Harvesting rainwater is a practical and eco-friendly decision, but many homeowners shy away from it for aesthetic reasons. The typical rain barrel has long been thought of as an eyesore, but with the right approach you can turn your harvesting system into a fitting embellishment, or even a focal point, for the existing style of your home. Use any of the following ideas to turn your rain barrel into a statement of style.
Traditional wood-paneled cisterns may look out of place in a chic, contemporary home, but they fit right in with natural foliage, shrubbery or any earth-tone color schemes. Concrete or steel barrels might seem imposing for a stately southern farmhouse, but they match new-age, industrial architecture just fine. The idea is to conform your rain barrel’s style to the rest of your home’s decor.
Consider rain chains instead of gutters for concrete or natural stone exteriors, or use the same siding for your storage container that you used for your exterior to help blend it in. Even a standard wood barrel can be fitting decor, depending on the style of your deck and your home in general.
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